Archive · 24 Jul 2026
UP Chief Secretary Orders Cyber Security Measures
The Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, S P Goyal, has ordered the implementation of the e-Zero FIR system and the appointment of cyber awareness nodal officers in every government department.
This is part of a broader effort to make Uttar Pradesh a leader in cyber security.
Goyal emphasized the importance of public awareness and directed officials to use various media channels to educate people about digital scams and frauds.
The state is also strengthening its intelligence-led campaign, Operation Cyber Vajra, and aims to improve the cyber grievance redressal mechanism.
The Director General of Police (Cyber Crime) reported that most components of the Uttar Pradesh State Cyber Coordination Centre (UPS4C) are operational, and the state is performing well in grievance redressal and cyber crime investigation training.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary S P Goyal directed the operationalization of the e-Zero FIR system.
Cyber awareness nodal officers to be appointed in every government department.
Public awareness campaigns to be conducted through social, print, and electronic media.
Strengthening of Operation Cyber Vajra and the Uttar Pradesh State Cyber Coordination Centre (UPS4C).
Uttar Pradesh aims to lead the country in cyber security and grievance redressal.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary S P Goyal and Director General of Police (Cyber Crime) B K Singh
- What
- Directives to operationalize the e-Zero FIR system and appoint cyber awareness nodal officers
- When
- July 24
- Where
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To enhance cyber security and public awareness in the state
Proactive Cyber Security Measures
Resource and Implementation Challenges
Importance of Cyber Security
Proactive Cyber Security Measures
The Chief Secretary emphasizes the need for robust cyber security measures to protect citizens and government systems.
Resource and Implementation Challenges
Critics may argue that implementing these measures could be resource-intensive and challenging.
Public Awareness
Proactive Cyber Security Measures
The government aims to raise cyber awareness through various media channels to educate the public about digital scams and frauds.
Resource and Implementation Challenges
Some may question the effectiveness of these awareness campaigns in reaching all segments of the population.
- Chief Secretary
- S P Goyal
- Date
- July 24
- Location
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Key Initiative
- e-Zero FIR system
- Cyber Awareness
- Nodal officers in every department
- Operation Cyber Vajra
- Intelligence-led statewide campaign
- UPS4C
- Uttar Pradesh State Cyber Coordination Centre
- CyTrain Platform
- Training for police personnel in cyber crime investigation